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Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest
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Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest

Item # 771101

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Whether hiking a desert canyon or walking in a city park on a hot day, the Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest will keep your pooch cool and comfortable.

  • Mesh fabric uses the evaporative cooling process—simply soak vest with cold water and it will dissipate heat as the water evaporates
  • Top air-mesh layer facilitates evaporation and releases heat, middle layer absorbs and stores cooling water, and bottom layer cools your dog
  • Light fabric reflects sunlight and heat to enhance the cooling effect
  • Ergonomic cut offers a comfortable fit that stays in place; adjustable harness with quick-release buckles allow easy on/off convenience
  • Attachment loop situated between dog's shoulder blades offers a clip point for a beacon light (light sold separately)

Sizing is based on girth. For girth, measure around the widest part of your dog's rib cage. Size Small: 23 - 30 in. girth; size Medium: 27 - 32 in. girth; size Large: 31 - 40 in. girth; size X Large: 35 - 48 in. girth

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Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest
 
5.0

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to put on (6)
  • Good quality (6)
  • Washes well (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Outdoors (6)
    • Harsh weather (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Multiple dog owner (4)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    Mar

    21

    2009

    (12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Works Great!

    By MissJayJay

    from Southern CA

    About Me Multiple Dog Owner

    Pros

    • Easy to Put On
    • Good Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Outdoors

      Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

      My Lab has a problem with overheating in hot weather. We got this for him at it makes a world of difference. It keeps him nice and cool so he can last on daily walks and longer treks. If you put your hand under the vest while the dog is wearing it, you can feel the temperature differnce right away. As it dries out, just pour some more water on it and keep on going. This vest is a must-have if your dog overheats easily.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      15

      2009

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Have EWE HERD how cool this is?

      By modibo

      from Ohio

      About Me Multiple Dog Owner, Shepherdess

      Pros

      • Functional

      Cons

      • Length

      Best Uses

      • Harsh Weather
      • Outdoors
      • Travel

      Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

      The swamp cooler is part of the uniform our two border collies wear during the harsh summer months working livestock. The dogs are able to work longer and cool down more quickly after all of the work is done (and its time for play!). We give swampcooler vests a five star rating.

      I would love to see the back of the coat extended a little for longer, skinny dogs (the medium fits perfect in the chest, but isn't long enough. The large is too big in the chest, but perfect in length).

      • Gift:
      • No
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Apr

      28

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Don't leave home without it

      By AaronW

      from Albuquerque, NM

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        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

            My big "shelter mutt" loves to go on runs. In the winter he will go 8 miles without skipping a beat. Despite giving him a spring/summer shave, he tends to run out of gas in half an hour or so. He can now happily go twice as far. We have been using it for about 2 weeks and he still is hesitant to put it on and even runs sideways for a minute or two, but once he catches his stride his ears are standing at attention and his nostrils flare with every smell in the breeze.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jun

            11

            2009

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Incredible Innovation by Ruff Wear

            By CoyoteSage

            from Carpinteria, CA

            About Me Avid Desert Rat, Cool Dogs R Happy Dogs, Multiple Dog Owner

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Easy to Put On
            • Good Quality
            • SunHeat Reflecting Color
            • Washes Well

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Beat the Heat
              • Harsh Weather
              • Keep Core Temp Cooler
              • Outdoors
              • Travel

              Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

              The Swamp Cooler is the ticket to keeping the canine friends healthy, happy and in top condition when the weather might dictate otherwise. Wild dogs do not overheat willingly and neither should domestic ones who accompany their people on sometimes overheating treks. The Swamp Cooler makes this possible and when used sensibly, allows us humans to have the company of our dogs and lessen the risk of heat stroke, heat exposure and a potential emergency. Along with frecuent measured amounts of drinking water, adding hydration to the jacket as the time passes will regenerate the cooling effect and our paw pals will enjoy an extended endurance level. I wouldn't hike here in California without putting one on my pals in temps where I would sweat in 15 minutes or less on the trail.

              • Gift:
              • No
              • Sizing:
              • Feels true to size

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Aug

              26

              2009

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              It actually works!

              By lacewent

              from Portland, OR

              About Me Single Dog Owner

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Adjustable
              • Easy to Put On
              • Fun
              • Good Quality
              • Keeps dogs cool
              • Washes Well

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Dog Sports
                • Harsh Weather
                • Heat
                • Large Dogs
                • Outdoors

                Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

                I was very hesitant to buy a "cooling vest" for my dog, it seemed like a gimmick to me. I quickly changed my opinion when my poor black dog could hardly withstand a tenth of our usual outdoor time in the 90 degree plus weather. I broke down and bought one at the downtown Portland location (even though it said online only, check with your store). I couldn't have spent the money more wisely, she loves it! It kept her cool and comfortable even in the 102 degree heat for about an hour before needed to be re-wet. The hotter it is, the more wet I leave the jacket.

                Usually, by the end of her play time it is filthy, a quick normal cycle (extra rinse, low soap, easy spin) and it looks like new.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Jul

                20

                2009

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Best [$] I EVER spent!

                By LaLaE Head

                from Wilsonville, OR

                About Me Lots horses dogs cats

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Cute
                • Easy to Put On
                • Fun
                • Good Quality

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

                    I finally relented and looked into one of these swamp coolers after my daughter kept bugging me to get our dog a 'cooling vest'. We have a boxer, and spend most of our summer out in the hot, hot Oregon outdoors with horse shows, and other barn activities. This thing is great! Soaked it down, and was a little bit apprehensive as to how effective it really was going to be. But after 2 -3 hours, our boxer was still cool to touch and wasn't panting at all. GREAT product! A must have even if you take your 4 legged with you to run errands, etc. We will be using it ALL summer long.

                    • Gift:
                    • No
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                    Jul

                    19

                    2009

                     
                    5.0

                    great product

                    By patcelia

                    from phoenix, Az.

                    About Me Single Dog Owner

                    Pros

                    • Easy to Put On
                    • Good Quality
                    • Washes Well

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Outdoors

                      Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

                      Pat and Celia[the dog]live in Phoenix, Az., so we are no stranger to hot weather. It is not uncommon to have well over 100 days or more daytime temperatures of above 100-110 degrees. This great vest has made our walks more enjoyable, safer because of better heat tolerance. Can't wait to tell other furry friends/owners about the swamp cooler. Happy hikingf!

                      • Gift:
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                      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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                      Jun

                      15

                      2009

                       
                      5.0

                      Swamp Cooler ROCKS!!!

                      By Chocolate Lab Mom

                      from Minneapolis, MN

                      About Me Dog Trainer, Multiple Dog Owner

                      Site Member

                      Pros

                      • Easy to Put On
                      • Good Quality
                      • Washes Well

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Harsh Weather
                        • Outdoors

                        Comments about Ruff Wear Swamp Cooler Dog Vest:

                        My 9 year old dog has done agility for 6 1/2 years. This year the heat at the outdoor summer trials seem to be getting to him here in Minnesota. I purchased this and used the vest this weekend. Not only did this vest keep him cool, he continued all through the weekend with 85 degree's direct sun and heat!

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                        • Sizing:
                        • Feels true to size

                        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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